Forces and Motion

Front

What is a force?

Back

A force is a push or a pull that can change the motion of an object.

Front

What happens when you push an object?

Back

When you push an object, you apply a force that can make it move away from you.

Front

What happens when you pull an object?

Back

When you pull an object, you apply a force that can make it move closer to you.

Front

What is motion?

Back

Motion is the change in position of an object over time.

Front

What is an example of a push?

Back

Pushing a swing to make it go higher.

Front

What is an example of a pull?

Back

Pulling a wagon to move it forward.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Earth pulling us down.

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact.

Front

How does friction affect motion?

Back

Friction can slow down or stop the motion of an object.

Front

What is an example of a situation where you use a pull?

Back

When you open a drawer, you pull it towards you.